Sky Germany: Arsenal scouting 19-year-old Augsburg wonderkid ahead of summer window

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Arsenal are reportedly monitoring Noahkai Banks ahead of a potential summer move.

The newly-crowned Premier League champions are already stepping up plans ahead of the upcoming transfer window, with Mikel Arteta expected to strengthen several areas of the squad this summer.

Arsenal are believed to be targeting a defender, a central midfielder and an attacker ahead of next season.

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Several defenders have already been linked with a move to the Emirates, including Tino Livramento, Óscar Mingueza and Iván Fresneda.

Now, another name has emerged on Arsenal’s shortlist.

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Arsenal scouts in attendance to watch Banks

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According to Sky Germany, FC Augsburg defender Banks is attracting interest from Arsenal.

It is understood that representatives from the club have attended matches at the WWK Arena to closely monitor the 19-year-old German-American centre-back.

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Arsenal reportedly view Banks as a long-term investment after his impressive breakthrough season in the Bundesliga.

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However, several other clubs are also believed to be interested in the youngster ahead of the summer transfer window.

Banks has made 23 appearances across all competitions this season, registering one goal and one assist.

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His current contract with Augsburg runs until the summer of 2029.

What happens next?

Arsenal are expected to step up their plans as the summer transfer window approaches, with the club continuing to hold internal discussions over potential targets. Mikel Arteta and Andrea Berta are both believed to be actively assessing several options as preparations for next season continue behind the scenes.

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